Description

This on-site role within the medical practice industry offers an opportunity to provide high-quality gastroenterology care while supporting patient needs during periods of coverage and continuity.

As a Locum Gastroenterology physician at the Associate experience level, you will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with digestive system conditions, perform clinical assessments, and coordinate care with the broader healthcare team. This role is well suited to a clinician who values flexibility, professional autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose patients with gastrointestinal and liver disorders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients
• Perform and interpret endoscopic and diagnostic procedures as required
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and compliant patient records
• Collaborate with primary care providers, nurses, and allied health staff
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and care instructions clearly to patients and families
• Ensure continuity of care during coverage periods
• Adhere to clinical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and practice protocols
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Respond promptly to urgent clinical needs during assigned coverage

Requirements

• Valid MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Completed residency and fellowship training in Gastroenterology
• Board certification or eligibility in Gastroenterology
• Active and unrestricted medical license eligible for practice in New York
• Current DEA registration and relevant state controlled substance credentials
• Experience in an outpatient or hospital-based gastroenterology setting at the Associate level
• Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic acumen, and procedural proficiency
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to new practice environments and electronic health record systems
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional ethics

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p, minimum 2 weeks per month

No call shifts required

Setting: Outpatient

Daily Volume: 12-15 general procedures or 6-8 advanced procedures, 8 patients

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses